Trades covered on this page
Hot water, Water hygiene/Legionella, Water treatment.
Typical scope of work
- Unvented cylinder, calorifier and water heater servicing and repair
- Legionella monitoring: temperature checks, flushing, shower descaling
- Tank inspections, cleaning and disinfection
- Water softener and filtration servicing
- Closed system water treatment and sampling
Typical sites: Offices, schools, care homes, hotels, gyms and residential blocks.
Qualifications we ask you to evidence
- Unvented hot water (G3) for cylinder work
- Legionella awareness or control training in line with HSE ACOP L8 and HSG274
- Water hygiene experience for monitoring and disinfection tasks
- Gas Safe registration for gas-fired water heaters
Course and scheme names are examples. We check certificates and registrations during review, and we only offer work that matches what you are qualified to do.
Insurance requirements
We ask every applicant for current public liability insurance. Our usual minimum is £2,000,000, and many commercial clients require £5,000,000 before work on their sites is offered. If you employ anyone, employer's liability insurance is a legal requirement.
Subcontract and self-employed work
Water hygiene subcontract work, self-employed Legionella technician jobs and hot water engineer subcontractor roles are offered job by job. We do not promise regular rounds unless a client contract needs them.
Joining our network does not guarantee any work or income. Jobs are offered when suitable work is available in your area, and you are free to accept or decline each one. You work as a self-employed contractor responsible for your own tax, tools, registrations and insurance.
How to apply
- Open the UK Gas Plumbers engineer app at app.ukgasplumbers.com.
- Add your trades, working area, availability, qualifications and insurance documents.
- Our team reviews your application and contacts you if we have suitable work.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need Legionella risk assessors?
Occasionally. Risk assessment work needs proven competence, and professional indemnity insurance is usually expected.
Do you need gas engineers for water heaters?
Yes, for gas-fired units. List your Gas Safe categories in the app.
How do I apply?
Apply online at app.ukgasplumbers.com. You'll add your trades, working area, qualifications and insurance details, and our team reviews each application.
Is work guaranteed?
No. We offer jobs when suitable work comes in for your trade and area. There is no promised volume or income.
